Sunday, September 7

Stories from Aatha’s House

By Society of Tourist Guides (Singapore)

This tour explores the intertwined histories of the Sri Mariamman Temple, early Indian settlers, Hindu faith, and modern Singapore.

Date and time

Location

Mercure ICON Singapore City Centre

8 Club Street Singapore, 069472 Singapore

Good to know

Highlights

2 hours
In person

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

About this event

“Stories from Aatha’s House” is a heartfelt journey through Singapore’s Indian heritage. Starting outside the Sri Mariamman Temple, this tour explores the intertwined histories of the temple, early Indian settlers, Hindu faith, and the rise of modern Singapore. Experience cultural storytelling rooted in community and tradition.

Date: Sunday, 07 September 2025

Time: 09:30 PM – 11:30 PM (duration 1.5 - 2 hours)

Meet: Inside Lobby (meet at the long table) of Mercure ICON Singapore City Centre, 8 Club St, Singapore 069472

End: Exit of Sri Mariamman Temple

This event is part of STGS' SG60 Tour Series. A City of Stories, Told 60 Ways.

About The Guide

Bala Appavu is a senior volunteer at Sri Mariamman Temple and a regular participant in firewalking events. His deep cultural knowledge and personal involvement make his tours uniquely immersive.

For any queries, please contact May at 96621186 (WhatsApp only).

Organized by

Society of Tourist Guides (Singapore)

Society of Tourist Guides (Singapore) was started in 2003 by a group of trainer guides with guiding experience between 18 to 30 years.The Society held its first International Tourist Guide Day (ITGD) event on 21 February 2004, with member guides offering free walking tours in Chinatown, Emerald Hill, Singapore River, Fort Canning and many more.

ITGD has been celebrated ever since at various site including Esplanade Park, Sentosa, Singapore Botanic Gardens, National Museum of Singapore, National Gallery Singapore, Asian Civilisation Museum etc.

The Society works closely with Singapore Tourism Board and other industry partners to promote the professionalism of tourist guides as the Tourism Ambassadors of Singapore.